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Mrs. Bill Stagg with state quilt that she made, Pie Town, New Mexico. 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
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Mrs. Bill Stagg with state quilt that she made, Pie Town, New Mexico. 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
Mrs. Bill Stagg with state quilt that she made, Pie Town, New Mexico. A community settled by about 200 migrant Texas and Oklahoma farmers who filed homestead claims... Mrs. Stagg helps her husband in the field with plowing planting, weeding corn and harvesting beans. She quilts while she rests during the noon hour
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This print by Russell Lee showcases the remarkable craftsmanship and resilience of Mrs. Bill Stagg, a resident of Pie Town, New Mexico in 1940. In this image, Mrs. Stagg proudly displays a state quilt that she skillfully created with her own hands. Pie Town was settled by a community of migrant farmers from Texas and Oklahoma who sought new opportunities through homestead claims. Despite the challenges of rural life, Mrs. Stagg actively supported her husband in their agricultural endeavors - plowing fields, planting crops, weeding corn, and harvesting beans. During the noon hour when rest was well-deserved, Mrs. Stagg found solace in quilting as she sat on her bedspread-covered bed in their modest bedroom adorned with rustic charm. This photograph beautifully captures both her dedication to farm work and her passion for handicrafts. The image reflects an era where clothing styles were simple yet practical; Mrs. Stagg wears an apron over her dress while engaging in daily chores around the house or tending to the fields alongside her husband. Russell Lee's lens immortalizes not only a woman's role during this time but also highlights regionalism within America's diverse landscape - showcasing Pie Town as a unique pocket of heritage artistry amidst vast countryside expanses. This still image is part of the Farm Security Administration collection held at the Library of Congress and serves as a testament to hardworking individuals like Mrs. Bill Stagg who contributed significantly to shaping rural life in mid-20th century America.
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